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Common Problems with 2002 Kia Rio

Retrospectively, the 2002 Kia Rio had 71 complaints, and 18% of issues had something to do with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2002 Kia Rio?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2002 Kia Rio fall into the category of ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 13 SEAT BELTS 10 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 9 AIR BAGS 7 SUSPENSION 6 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 5 STRUCTURE 3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3 TIRES 3 VISIBILITY 2 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2 EQUIPMENT 1 STEERING 1 POWER TRAIN 1 PARKING BRAKE 1 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 1 ENGINE 1

Worst 2002 Kia Rio Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

TIRES
2002 Kia Rio June 10, 2002 Victims: 4

The consumer states that the left front tire had a blow out at 70 mph. aftermarket equipment was installed at 7,000 miles, tire size 165/70r14 and th...

AIR BAGS
2002 Kia Rio May 8, 2003 Victims: 3 Mileage: 27000 miles

While driving at 65/70 mph on the freeway, the vehicle was involved in an accident, the air bags failed to deploy, and the seat belts did not restrain...

FRONTAL
2002 Kia Rio June 10, 2002 Victims: 2

The vehicle was stationary when it was rear ended at a speed of 30-35 mph and neither air bags deployed. dealer notified. *mr the consumer stated t...

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